THE LAST BLADE 2

Released Nov 2017

This widely revered NEOGEO masterpiece is finally available on STEAM! Not only a perfect port of the original game, the STEAM version of THE LAST BLADE 2 will allow players from across the globe to fight against each other online / locally in epic battles in online Multiplayer Mode.

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Evaluation

The Last Blade 2 is a port of SNK's classic 1998 NEOGEO fighting game, released on Steam on November 17, 2017. The game launched as a complete, self-contained product — a faithful port of the original arcade title with the addition of online multiplayer. Post-launch activity was limited but meaningful: on May 9, 2020, SNK pushed a notable technical update that overhauled the online netcode to use rollback technology (a significant quality-of-life improvement for online play), along with several interface improvements. The only DLC ever released is a standalone soundtrack pack, which shipped on May 24, 2023. There are no unreleased DLC items listed, no roadmaps or announcements of future content, and no developer communications since the soundtrack release. SNK has not signaled any plans for additional content. The game is treated as a complete product — a preservation and online-enhanced port of a beloved classic.

Evidence

Major netcode overhaul update adding rollback netcode and various quality-of-life improvements to online play. Last known developer communication.

news post · May 9, 2020 source content shipped

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Game described as a port of the original 1998 NEOGEO title with online multiplayer added. No mention of planned post-launch content or expansions.

store metadata · Nov 17, 2017 source content shipped

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Content

1 of 1 released · no outstanding content

Released

THE LAST BLADE 2 Soundtrack

May 2023

Media

Details

Developer

SNK CORPORATION

Publisher

SNK CORPORATION

Achievements

Platform

Windows

Controller

full support

Steam Deck

Playable

Players

Single-player · Multiplayer · PvP · Local/Split Screen

Action Fighting 2D Fighter Arcade Pixel Graphics Retro Classic 2D Competitive

About this game

THE LAST BLADE 2 is SNK’s legendary weapons-based fighting game which was originally released in 1998 on SNK’s NEOGEO game system as a sequel to its predecessor THE LAST BLADE.

This widely revered NEOGEO masterpiece is finally available on STEAM! Not only a port of the original game, the STEAM version of THE LAST BLADE 2 will allow players from across the globe to fight against each other online / locally in epic battles in online Multiplayer Mode.

Discover (or rediscover) THE LAST BLADE 2, which is still considered as the pinnacle of weapons-based fighting games around the world!

GAME FEATURES:

◆An epic storyline during the twilight period of the SAMURAI!

“Hell’s Gate”, the boundary between life and death. Four “Mythological Symbols" are about to fight to the death against an ultimate spirit

awakened from the netherworld, in order to send him straight to "Hell's Gate"! Taking place during the end of the Edo-period, a truly

mystical and spectacular story is about to unfold…

◆18 characters who are directed by their destiny cross swords!

In addition to 12 combatants (including boss character “Kagami” from the series’ predecessor), 4 new characters and 2 hidden ones join the gorgeous roster of 18 playable characters. Choose the character and fighting style which suits you the most, and prepare for an epic battle to seal “Hell’s Gate”!

◆Enjoyable strategies and a unique game system / game mechanics!

Select your favorite sword attack type among the “POWER”, “SPEED”, and “EXTREME” modes. Master the ”REPEL” mechanic to counter your opponent’s attacks, and when the right time comes, activate the “SUPER SECRET SLASH”, “HIDDEN SECRET SLASH” and “ENIGMA FRENZY-ATTACK” ultimate techniques in order to change the outcome of the battle!

Last evaluated Jun 27, 2026